The music world mourns the loss of Irish Grinstead, a pivotal member of the R&B girl group 702, known for their iconic hit “Where My Girls At.” At the age of 43, Irish’s passing was announced by her sister and fellow 702 member, LeMisha Grinstead, through a heartfelt Instagram post. The cause of her death remains undisclosed, but it was known that she had been battling serious medical issues, leading her to take a hiatus from the group in December 2022.
Irish’s journey in the music industry began alongside her twin sister, Orish Grinstead, and Kameelah Williams. The trio, representing their Las Vegas roots with their group name derived from the city’s area code, soared to fame in the late ’90s. Their debut album, “No Doubt,” released in 1996, paved the way for their success, especially with contributions from the legendary Missy Elliott. However, it was their 1999 single “Where My Girls At?” from their self-titled sophomore album that solidified their place in R&B history, peaking at No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100.
The group’s journey saw the release of another album, “Star,” and contributions to soundtracks like “Pootie Tang” and “Good Burger.” Over the years, the ensemble underwent changes, with members like Amelia Cruz, Cree Le’More, and Tiffany Villarreal joining the ranks. The group disbanded in the mid-2000s but reunited in 2017, marking their return with a performance at the Soul Train Music Awards. Their bond was further showcased in the reality show “BET Presents: The Encore.”
The music community has come together to pay tribute to Irish. Missy Elliott expressed her condolences, emphasizing the impact Irish had on the R&B scene. Kameelah Williams, in a touching Instagram post, reminisced about the times they shared, highlighting the bond they formed since childhood.
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